Dialog of Self-Doubt

We all do it. We all have that little conversation inside ourselves. Sometimes the conversation is so divided you feel like you have multiple personalities. Usually, I have three voices inside my head. I call them Me, Myself, and I.

Here’s an example conversation of what the voices in my head would sound like:

Me: So, I met this girl.Myself: Uh oh. Here we go.I: That’s great!

Me: Yeah, she’s pretty cool.Myself: Yeah, so was your ex. See what that got you?I: I’m happy for you!

Me: I’m scared, though. It’s been so long.Myself: Not long enough!I: It’s about time you met someone!

Me: I don’t know. She’s not like anyone I’ve dated before.Myself: What haven’t you dated?I: Good! Your “type” doesn’t seem to be good for you.

Me: But what if she hurts me like the others?Myself: She will. They always do.I: If you don’t try, you’ll never know if she’s right for you.

Me: Yeah, that’s a good point. Better to try and fail, than never to try.Myself: To hell with that! Run while you still can!I: I’m going to smack Myself! Life is about risks. No risk, no reward.

Me: Thing is, I already feel pretty deeply for her.Myself: And you wonder why you fall on your face?I: Better to fall on your face moving forward than on your ass backing up!

Me: I guess it will all work out in time.Myself: Yeah, you’ll probably get crushed again.I: Just remember: Things IMust Earn. Go slow, earn her heart, and it will be fine.

These internal voices are good. They help us to work things out. I’ve learned to not silence these internal dialogs. They are important in helping me understand what I’m thinking and the risks and rewards. Sometimes I find it quite helpful to write out these internal dialogs. It’s one thing to play the tape through in your head, but there’s something about putting it down on paper – seeing it in black and white – that helps you see the flaws your thinking.

Of course, it’s always a good idea to bounce what’s in your head off of someone who is trusted and wise. No person knows everything, and we are often our own worst counsel.